Dan Skogen

[BWerner @MnBiofuelBrian]

The #mnleg Ag Omnibus bill is good for biofuels - $5.5m for higher blend infrastructure, $6m for Corn Kernel Fiber (CKF) ethanol production, and a technical fix that allows new ethanol producers to join the Bioincentive program.

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Registration is open for the 2025 Partners in Ag Innovation Conference on June 17 in Willmar, MN! This year’s theme is 'Ag and the Economy: Cultivating Growth in a Changing Landscape.' Register now and connect with other leaders in ag.

Free Registration: https://t.co/W7bvnty43q

[AURI @AURIcomm]

The latest issue of Ag Innovation News is online. Read about soy dog food, the Bold Growth program, AURI's virtual assistant, and more!

📖 https://t.co/JqUZlv5RGs

Prefer a print version? Subscribe here: https://t.co/Fzllaq1KF0

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Yesterday, AURI welcomed U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (@SenAmyKlobuchar) for a tour of our Bioindustrial Innovation Center in Waseca. It's always great when members of our state's congressional delegation stop by to discuss the exciting things happening in value-added ag in MN.

[Erin Murphy @epmurphymn]

Incredible energy kicking off the general election in Grand Rapids with my friend Denise Slipy! As a mother, reserve officer and former volunteer fire fighter, Denise has dedicated her life to serving her community and I know she will represent it well. #SD6

[AURI @AURIcomm]

BIOGAS AMERICAS 2025 is a couple of weeks away! Visit AURI in booth 1104 to learn about our biogas services. The conference is April 28-30 in Denver, CO. #BIOGASAMERICAS

👉🏽 Learn more and register: https://t.co/1inhZc7W2t

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Check out this month's Ag Innovation Update, AURI's monthly e-newsletter. Subscribe to learn more about AURI, upcoming events, and the latest innovations in the Minnesota ag sector.

Read here: https://t.co/UAn05YK5ER
Subscribe: https://t.co/gwtYXRu1gS

[Thom Petersen @ThommyPetersen]

Thx Kazoua Berry & Food Group for invitation to attend Big River Farms annual Land blessing today. Appreciated opportunity to visit with farmers & partners and think optimistically about upcoming season!

[AURI @AURIcomm]

In this episode of the Ag Innovation News Podcast, Market Research Analyst Sanchez Philocles discusses a new report from AURI on the increasing popularity of A2 milk, the differences between it and conventional milk, and its future.

🎧 Listen here: https://t.co/UUWGQmbcf4

[AURI @AURIcomm]

With funding from @USDA, AURI released a series of Market Spotlights focusing on 10 ag sectors with growth opportunities in Minnesota. This spotlight highlights the meat goat market in the state.

Read Report: https://t.co/LlaRKrPq6f
Additional Reports: https://t.co/H09rhj4hqW

[Senator Amy Klobuchar @SenAmyKlobuchar]

I stopped by Sunshine Organics Farm in Hinckley to meet with Arnie Nelson and his son, Tyler.

We were joined by @ThommyPetersen, MN Commissioner of Agriculture, and Dan Glessing, President of @MNFarmBureau to talk about supporting organic farmers and passing a strong Farm Bill.

[Minnesota Department of Agriculture @MNagriculture]

📣 Calling all Minnesota school districts, early care centers & family day cares! Enter the 2025 #MNGrown Cream of the Crop Contest to showcase how you buy, serve & promote local foods. Applications are due by April 11, 2025! 🌱🥕

🔗 Visit https://t.co/Vf2GbFRnLH to apply!

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Have a question for an AURI expert? Our Open Office Hours for small food business owners/entrepreneurs resume March 27th at 11:30 a.m. CT. Registration is free, and attendees will have the opportunity to chat with AURI's Food Team.

Register: https://t.co/jxWttf404m

[Minnesota Farmers Union @MNFarmersUnion]

We had a special guest at our People’s Town Hall in Ogilvie this morning: Senator @amyklobuchar!

It’s a beautiful day to be out talking to folks about the issues that matter. Next stop: McGregor later this afternoon!

[AURI @AURIcomm]

In this episode of the Ag Innovation News podcast, Jon Veldhouse, CEO of Qore LLC, discusses QIRA®, a joint venture with Cargill and HELM to replace fossil-based chemicals with biobased intermediates in a variety of materials and products.

🎧 Listen: https://t.co/BbYgHfCGUD

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Watch this month's Webinar Wednesday — The Future of Protein Sustainability: Food & Feed, sponsored by @BremerBank and @MNFarmersUnion.

🎥 https://t.co/54NXouhw2c

[Thom Petersen @ThommyPetersen]

Appreciated opportunity to join Angela Davis this morning on @MPRnews with Friendly Vang-Johnson to discuss the state of agriculture, tariffs, program freezes @ avian influenza.

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Have a question for an AURI expert? Our Open Office Hours for small food business owners/entrepreneurs resume March 13th at 4 p.m. CT. Registration is free, and attendees will have the opportunity to chat with AURI's Food Team. 

Register: https://t.co/xiHuM3NUNg

[Thom Petersen @ThommyPetersen]

Glad I could stop in Cannon Falls today and visit the Cannonbelle’s 🧀 & ☕️ shop! A great newer 🧀 maker in Minnesota, if you’re in area check them out! https://t.co/94inUOjJOu

[AURI @AURIcomm]

Help address Minnesota's shortage of co-manufacturing facilities by participating in this 10-minute survey. AURI is investigating the demand for co-manufacturing facilities and needs your help identifying ideal locations, equipment needs, and more.

💡https://t.co/ZEUevDbiPu